When you shop at ARL's Animal House store, 100% of the proceeds provide care for the homeless pets at the ARL waiting for their forever home. Food, bedding, leash, collar, treats, gifts - we have it all!

Dog Friendly Cities

People from all over the state come to the ARL to adopt dogs of all breeds. Along the way, we have collected a list of cities and any ordinances they may have that might impact or restrict dog ownership.

If your city is not listed, please check with city hall before adopting a dog or moving there with your dog. If you have feedback related to this list, contact arl@arl-iowa.org. For a full list of city and county ordinances, click here.

You Can Live Here With Your Dogs

These cities do not discriminate against dogs and their owners based on a dog's appearance/breed.

You Can Live Here With Your Dogs With Some Restrictions

These cities discriminate against some dogs based on appearance/breed alone by requiring certain things they do not require of other dogs. The ARL staff can help you navigate through these restrictions, as many of them are really simple to abide by (they just sound more difficult than they are). Full descriptions of a city's restrictions can be found online in their city codes.

You Cannot Live Here With Your Dogs

These cities discriminate against some dogs based on appearance/breed alone by not allowing them to live here. If you do not live in these cities but plan to visit with your dog, make sure you get permission in advance of your travels. Full descriptions of a city's restrictions can be found online in their city codes.

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